Electrical Engineering Tech – Prototype Development

We are seeking an Electrical Engineering Tech in our Horseheads, NY facility where we execute product development for fiber-optic products. This role works in Engineering R& D with hands-on prototype and new product development from concept through transfer to manufacturing.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assemble Electronics prototypes from the ground up (except for optics)
• Assembly to include circuit boards, test, and documentation
• Assist with debugging
• Modify and upgrade boards
• Keep track of stock; to include components and boards
• Configure tracking of all prototype boards and systems on site
• Support repair of test equipment

Education & Experience

• 7 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education & experience
• Hands-on experience with electronics assembly and test including experience using oscilloscopes, power supplies, voltmeters, soldering equipment required
• Experience assembling or modifying circuit boards with surface mount components required
• Hands-on prototyping experience strongly preferred

Skills

• Ability to read electrical schematics and Gerber files
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic assemblies
• Excellent teamwork
• Ability to help with local IT support is a plus

Working Conditions

Product development laboratory environment

Informal but fast-paced

Physical Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs.
• Able to sit, stand, bend, squat and walk about the facility.
• Walk of uneven and slippery surfaces.
• Ability to reach around various production equipment to troubleshoot issues, perform calibration, and maintenance.

Safety Requirement

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.”

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. Its an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Job Summary: Under supervision of Electronics Manager: Perform electronics troubleshooting, component level repair and replacement, board/system repair, ideally design simple circuit boards. All this is in support of developing new fiber-optics related modules. The overall goal of the site is prototyping for later transfer to manufacturing.

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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